# Skyturns vs Ice Scream United

The clearest difference is price: Ice Scream United at Free against Skyturns's $4.99. Ice Scream United also leads on ratings volume (373 vs 20). Skyturns's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On review sentiment, monetization model, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Ice Scream United is free to download; Skyturns costs $4.99 up front. Ice Scream United sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Skyturns asks for nothing beyond the download.

Skyturns holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ice Scream United has 373 ratings behind it against 20, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 67% and 67% positive.

Skyturns ships an update every 3 weeks, Ice Scream United every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Skyturns | Ice Scream United |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.6 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skyturns/id938219594/reviews)** | [4.2 (373 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ice-scream-united-multiplayer/id1668787625/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 20 | **373** |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | 66.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 193 MB | 565 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Joakim Tall](https://appshunter.io/developer/1734804793) | [KEPLERIANS SL](https://appshunter.io/developer/692765725) |

## What reviewers say

### Skyturns

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skyturns/id938219594)

Master the skies in this skill-based runner game with dynamic speed and puzzle elements. Explore 7 chapters with over 70 levels, collect hidden items, and race to the flag. Features a level editor for creating and sharing your own challenges.

**Highlights:** Skill-based parkour gameplay, Dynamic speed mechanics, Minimalistic graphics, Puzzle elements in levels, Collectibles and power-ups, 7 chapters with over 70 levels, In-game and web level editor

**In-app purchases:** none


### Ice Scream United

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ice-scream-united-multiplayer/id1668787625)

Experience thrilling online multiplayer as either a survivor or a hunter. Cooperate with friends to escape a factory or track them down as the formidable Rod. Customize characters and climb the ranks in this action-packed horror game.

**Highlights:** Online multiplayer with 5 players, Play as survivors or Rod, Unique character talents and abilities, Character customization with 30+ skins, Ranked play and leaderboards, Private rooms for friends, Live match spectating

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Count Pumpkula Trap | $5.99 | one-time |
| Gift 30 Days Premium | $8.49 | one-time |
| 4500 Kepler Coins | $16.99 | one-time |
| Mr. Hallowmeat Skin | $16.99 | one-time |
| Halloween Ice Demon Skin | $16.99 | one-time |
| 9200 Kepler Coins | $33.99 | one-time |
| Halloween Skins Mega Pack | $33.99 | one-time |
| Halloween 2025 Skins Pack | $50.99 | one-time |
| Gift 1 Year Premium | $70.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun multiplayer experience
- 🚀 Great game mechanics
- 💡 Interesting alternate history premise

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🕰️ Short game duration
- 🕹️ Janky controls

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing during loading screens
- Inability to join public servers
- Inconsistent collision detection
- Desync issues between players

**Requested features**

- Add more maps and locations
- Implement voice chat
- Introduce character customization
- Balance gameplay between Rod and children
- Add more game modes and difficulty levels


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Skyturns free?

Skyturns costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Ice Scream United free?

Ice Scream United is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Skyturns or Ice Scream United?

Skyturns is rated higher. Skyturns averages 4.6 out of 5 from 20 ratings, while Ice Scream United averages 4.2 from 373 ratings.

### Do Skyturns or Ice Scream United have ads?

Ice Scream United shows ads; Skyturns does not.

### Which is updated more often, Skyturns or Ice Scream United?

Skyturns ships an update every 3 weeks, and Ice Scream United every 2 months. Most recently, Skyturns was updated on November 1, 2026 and Ice Scream United on November 8, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*